Olivia Shick
Winchester,VA
Summary
Hello! I am a Well-organized health care professional offering 6 years of healthcare experience. I smoothly evaluate patients using diverse tests and routine procedures, utilize my good prioritization, and documentation and records management abilities to better serve my patients. During my employment in healthcare, I have received my associates degree of Applied Science/ Health professions specialization as of May 2023, to which I am transferring and completing my bachelors in kinesiology at James Madison University! I have been employed as a CNA/RMA and a Virginia Board of Nursing licensed Medication Technician for 5 years (primarily in geriatrics/ dementia) where I began my career in healthcare. I am now employed as an accomplished EKG Technician with 1 1/2 years of experience in patient care. This includes hands-on experience with technical troubleshooting and accurate diagnostic results. I always strive to continuously maintain a positive attitude in emergent, stressful situations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EKG Technician
Valley Health-Winchester Medical Center
Winchester, VA
04.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing EKG testing and analyzing results.
- Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment.
- Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
- Facilitated seamless transfer of data between departments by uploading completed EKG reports into electronic medical records systems accurately.
- Monitored patient activity during stress test to record data.
- Assisted in the identification of abnormal heart conditions by recognizing irregularities in patient''s heart rhythms during EKG readings.
- Provided instruction on Holter monitor and connected patient to analyzer.
- Provided valuable assistance during emergencies, quickly setting up necessary equipment for life-saving interventions.
- Supported clinical research efforts by collecting and organizing EKG data for use in scientific studies.
- Increased patient satisfaction by quickly addressing concerns and providing reassurance during EKG tests.
- Collaborated with nursing and cardiology teams to coordinate care for patients with complex conditions, improving outcomes through multidisciplinary efforts.
Certified Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
Spring Arbor Assisted Living
Winchester, VA
01.2018 - 04.2023
- Assist Residents with medication administration, wound care, communicate with pharmacy and medical professionals, proficient in using EMAR for documentation, and assisting residents with everyday tasks
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Promoted patient safety with thorough knowledge of medication interactions and contraindications.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Provided training and mentoring for newly hired Certified Medication Aides, promoting a consistent level of quality care across all staff members.
- Displayed excellent attention to detail when updating electronic medical records after each instance of administering medicine as per legal requirements.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of state regulations governing Certified Medication Aides, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines during daily tasks.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing EKG testing and analyzing results.
- Facilitated seamless transfer of data between departments by uploading completed EKG reports into electronic medical records systems accurately.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Lord Fairfax Community College
Middletown, VA05.2023
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Lead Placement
- Cardiac anatomy knowledge
- Electrocardiogram Interpretation
- Holter Monitoring
- Vital Signs
- Caregiving
- EMR Systems
- Nursing
- Experience Administering Injections
- Medical Records
- Home Care
- Patient Care
- Dementia Care
- Patient care (3 years)
- Laboratory Experience
- Alzheimer's Care
- Critical Care Experience
- Medical Office Experience
- Memory Care
- Developmental disabilities experience
- Patient Communication
- Equipment Calibration
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- CPR
- Certified Medication Aid
- DCA
- AED Certification
- Certified Medication Technician
Additional Information
I throughly enjoy working with people of all ages in a medical setting! Alongside enjoying the fulfillment healthcare gives me and the complexity of the field, I have many attributes. Those attributes would include being able to perform simple to complex nursing tasks, along with evaluating patients mental, physical, and emotional state. Efficiently made familiar with a variety of medication along with their correct uses, competency in the use of EMAR systems to perform documentation and charting on patients, ability to correspond with families/ POA regarding a family member, relaying information via phone or fax to pharmacy or other offices.
Nursinglicenses
CRNA, 04/2023, VA
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
EKG Technician
Valley Health-Winchester Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Certified Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
Spring Arbor Assisted Living
01.2018 - 04.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Lord Fairfax Community College